Mocha Monday

 

 Just as a good cup of coffee can start the day off right today's La Rentrée starts a fresh new chapter.

 

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When Woody Allen described New York as a place where “you always feel there’s something around the corner that’s going to be stimulating” he might as well have been talking about Paris. Every cobblestone, every hidden café and fleeting glance whispers adventure. The city doesn’t just inspire, it electrifies, with a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds, and stories that change with every sunrise.

 

Today’s Rentrée isn't just a student re-boot, it's for everyone. It marks the return to life after the summer lull, and for urban explorers, photographers, and writers, the city remains a treasure trove of discovery. So grab a map and dive in - Paris is calling. - BPJ

Sunset Sunday

A private corner, a Greek island, a seaside village.

 

 3 hours (or less) from Paris

 

 PARIS - ATHENS

 

Direct flights daily + boats at Piraeus Port 

 

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Greek cuisine blends that magic fusion of tasty and good-for-you, making it hard to beat. A cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, it’s both delicious and healthy due to its emphasis on fresh, whole ingredients and balanced flavors. Centered around olive oil, vegetables, legumes, fish, and lean meats, true Greek meals - not those greasy street-style foods touted in foreign countries - are known to provide loads of heart-healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants that reduce inflammation and promote longevity. Dishes like grilled octopus, lamb, tzatziki, Greek salads, and lentil soups bursting with vibrant herbs and spices - dill, oregano, garlic - create satisfying savory profiles. A moderate inclusion of dairy, mostly feta and yogurt, adds protein and probiotics, while whole grains like barley ensure sustained energy. They know how to put a meal together and the combo of nutrient-dense foods and bold, fresh flavors, as we, and many others have discovered, makes "eating Greek" a pure delight in every way. - BPJ

 

Recipes + photos in September newsletter, out next week

 

Street scene

Strolling through the beating heart of Paris' energetic Latin Quarter. 

 

Floral Friday

Tumbling flowers uplift a sidewalk terrace on rue de Seine.

 

Throwback Thursday

 Stretching the limits.

Above: pink limo, pink champagne, a gourmet pique-nique basket, a celebration

Below: a special gift from a special friend

 

  à mon mari

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(A comment: "For Barbie I think!")

Watermelon Wednesday

 

 

A wheelbarrow of watermelons steals the spotlight at Place du Tertre.

 

Tuesday towers

 

 

Stunning view of Notre-Dame's towers upon turning the corner

from Rue Galande